Manufacturers  of 


IVietal  Tiles,  iVietal  Slates 
Ornamental  Shingles, 
Roofing  Sundries. 


PHILADELPHIA. 


CHICAGO. 


Cortright  Metal  Roofing  Co. 

Main  Office  and  Factory,  50  North  23d  Street,  Philadelphia. 
Western  Office,  134  Van  Buren  Street,  Chicago. 

The  Cortright  System  of  Metal  Plate  Roofing 

Embraces 

Metal  Slates,  Victoria  Shingles, 

Ridge-Coping,  Hip-Covering,  Valley,  Etc. 

Made  of  FULL-WEIGHT  PRIME  CHARCOAL  ROOFING  TIN,  COPPER  or  GALVANIZED  STEEL 

We  are  the  exclusive  owners  of  Patents  under  which  all  the  various  articles  are 
manufactured,  and  no  infringement  of  these  rights  will  be  permitted. 

Specially  Recommended  for 

Fine  Private  Residences,  Public  Buildings,  Railroad  Stations,  Churches, 
School  Houses,  Hotels,  Warehouses,  Mills,  Etc. 

Durable.  Light.  Artistic.  Fireproof.  Stormproof. 

AVERY  LIBRARY 


The  above  illustration  shows  the  appearance  of  our  METAL  SLATES  when  laid  on  a roof. 


Cortright  Metal  Slates. 


We  have  given  the  name  Slates  to  the  style  of  covering 
shown  here,  because  in  the  manner  of  laying  and  in  the 
effect  produced,  it  as  nearly  corresponds  with  slate  as  with 
anything  else  with  which  i{  may  be  compared. 

Our  Metal  Slates  have  the  important  advantages  of 
being  laid  more  easily  and  quickly  than  any  metal  shingle 
or  roofing  in  the  market,  and  of  giving  better  protection 
than  any  other  covering,  while  also  making  a more  orna- 
mental roof, 
closely  re- 
sembling the 
round  - point- 
ed slate  and 
w'ood  shin- 
gles  now  so 
popular. 

These  Metal 
Slates  have 
been  in  use 
since  1SS7, 
a n d have 
made  a won- 
derful reputa- 
tion through- 
out the  Unit- 
ed States. 


This  cut  shows  Metal  Slates  in  connection 
with  Roll-Ridge  Coping,  Plain  Hip-Cover- 
ing and  Valley. 


The  Metal  Slat-s  are  made  in  the  three  following  sizes: 

14  x 20  inches,  requiring  6S  slates  to  cover  a square  (too  square  feet), 

io  x 14  “ “ 141  “ “ “ “ “ “ 

7 x 10  “ “ 297  “ 

The  METAL  SLATES  are  suitable  for  roofs  with  a pitch  of  three  or  more  inches  to  a foot, 

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Cortright  Victoria  Shingles. 


Group  of  Victoria  Shingles, 
showing  method  of  laying. 


The  most  prominent  feature  of  the  Victoria  Shingles 
is  the  embossing,  which  is  very  high,  and  distinct 
enough  for  its  ornamental  character  to  be  clearly  seen 
on  any  building  from  the  ground. 

They  were  introduced  in  1892,  and  have  been 
received  with  increasing  favor  by  the  leading  archi- 
tects, builders,  and  owners. 

They  are  suitable  for  roofing  all  first-class  struc- 
tures, and  especially  desirable  where  the  effect  of  clay 
tiles  is  wanted  without  great  weight. 

To  those  wishing  to  obtain  an  ornamental  roof  at 
a moderate  cost,  and  one  which  is  at  the  same  time 
fireproof,  durable,  and  easily  put  on,  these  shingles 
are  particularly  recommended. 


The  Victoria  Shingles  are  made  in  the  two  following  sizes: 


10  x 14  inches,  Requiring  148  shingles  to  cover  a square  (100  square  feet). 

7 x 10  “ “ 319 

The  VICTORIA  SHINGLES  are  suitable  for  roofs  having  a pitch  of  three  or  more  inches  to  a foot. 


The  Valuable  and  Important  Features  of  both 
Metal  Slates  and  Victoria  Shingles 


Cut  i.— Represents  side-lock, 
full  size,  showing  first  position  in 
laying  slate  or  shingle  on  roof. 


Are  the  SIDE-LOCK,  a patent 
expansive  joint  which  can- 
not become  unhooked  after 
being  laid  (see  cuts  Nos.  i 
and  2). 

THE  TOP  AND  BOTTOM 
WEATHER  JOINT  which 
provides  perfectly  against 
rain,  snow,  and  wind  (see  cut  3).  The  raised  platform  below 
three  steps  (or  corrugations),  at  the  top  of  each  slate  or  shin 
3),  being  level  with  the  top  of  the  side-lock,  allows  a perfectly  straight  tight 
joint  to  be  made  across  the  side-lock  by  the  straight  lower  edge  of  the 
slate  or  shingle  above,  instead  of  the  very  objectionable  old  method  of 
other  shingles  which  raise  up  over  the  side-lock. 

The  lower  edge  of  this  slate  or  shingle  being  straight  without 
a break  in  passing  over  the  side-lock , leaves  no  opening  for  snow 
or  rain  to  beat  under. 

They  can  be  laid  more  accurately  than  any  other  metal 
shingles,  as  in  locking  them  there  is  no  danger  of  leaving 
them  unhooked  at  any  point,  the  lock  being  always  in 
view , and  so  constructed  as  to  throw  the  slate  or  shingle 
square  with  the  preceding  one.  The  courses,  if  started 
straight,  are  easily  kept  so.  They  are  laid  begin- 
ning at  the  lower  left-hand  corner  of  the  roof  and 
working  to  the  right  and  upward,  as  in  the  usual 
method  of  laying  roofs. 

The  Metal  Slates  and  Victoria  Shingles 
have  exactly  the  same  side-lock,  and  top  and 
bottom  weather  joint 


Cut  2. — Represents  side-lock, 
full  size,  showing  slate  or  shin- 
gle laid  in  place. 


the  lowest  of  the 
le  (see  cut  No. 


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Cortright  Patent  Ridge-Coping 


No  Nail-Heads  Exposed 
to  the  Weather. 


SKWJHSSSS.. 


The  above  shows  section  of  roof  and  gable  covered 
with  our  Metal  Slates,  in  connection  with  Patent  Ridge- 
Coping. 


Our  Patent  Ridge-Coping 

Is  made  either  Plain  or  with  an 
ornamental  Roll,  from  one  piece  of 
metal,  folded  as  shown  above,  pro- 
ducing a stormproof  covering,  the 
shingles  or  slates  being  inserted 
into  the  folds  over  the  vailing 
flanges , thus  protecting  the  nail- 
heads  from  the  weather. 


Both  the  Roll  and  Plain  Ridge-Coping  are  suitable  for  use  with  either 
the  Metal  Slates  or  Victoria  Shingles. 

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Cortright  Patent  Hip-Covering. 


Our  Patent  Hip-Covering  is  made 
of  one  piece  of  metal,  Plain  or  with 
Roll,  and  applied  in  such  a manner  as 
to  make  an  absolutely  stormproof 
covering.  The  Hip-Covering  is  laid 
from  the  top  downward,  the  lower  end 
having  projecting  pieces  for  nailing, 
over  which  the  top  end  of  the  next 
piece  below  is  inserted,  thus  covering 
and  concealing  the  nails. 


When  our  Metal  Slates  are  used  on  roofs  having  hips,  we  advise  covering  the  hips  with  either 

our  Plain  or  Roll  Hip-Covering. 


Victoria  Hip-Covering. 

f or  use  with  our  \ ictoria  Shingles  we  have  a special  covering  for 
Hips,  which  is  made  with  a raised  figure  in  the  centre  to  correspond 
with  the  embossing  of  the  shingles.  No  other  covering  for  the  hips 
will  answer  the  purpose  so  well  as  this ; therefore  it  is  important  in 
ordering  \ ictoria  Shingles,  to  state  if  there  are  any  hips  in  roof ; if 
so,  give  the  length. 


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The  Cortright  Patent  Valley. 

THE  BEST  VALLEY  KNOWN. 


The  Cort- 
right  Patent 
Valley  is  made 
so  that  the 
shingles  or 
slates  will  lock 
over  the  folds, 
giving  perfect 
protection 
against  w a t e r 
washing  up  or 
under  slates  or 
shingles  at 
sides  of  valley. 

The  folds  allow 
amply  for  ex- 
_ pansion  and 

contra  ction. 

Two  folds  are  formed  on  each  side  so  as  to 
give  double  protection  against  storms.  The 
slates  and  shingles  must  be  locked  over  the  larger  fold  nearest  the  centre  of 
valley.  The  sections  are  so  constructed  as  to  slip  together  easily  on  the  roof, 
cannot  guarantee  satisfactory  results  at  the  valleys  unless  our  patent  valley  is  use 
connection  with  our  slates  and  shingles,  on  roofs  where  any  valley  is  required. 

This  valley  also  makes  a good  finish  for  stone-slate  or  wooden  shingles,  which 
be  laid  overlapping  the  flanges.  The  flange  insures  the  ventilation  and  drying  of 
metal  in  the  valley  at  all  times. 


This  illustration  represents  section  < 
Valley,  with  Metal  Slates,  showing  ho 
thev  are  locked  to  fold  of  vallev. 


the 
We 
d in 

can 

the 


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Railroad  station  roofed  with  the  Victoria  Shingles,  and  sided  with  Metal  Slates. 

A few  of  the  railroads  which  are  using  our  goods: 

New  York  Centra^  & Hudson  River  R R.  Co.  New  York,  New  Haven  & Hartford  R.  R.  Co. 
Pennsylvania  R.  R.  Co.  Delaware.  Lackawanna  & Western  R.  R.  Co. 

Philadelphia  & Reading  R.  R.  Co.  Missouri,  Kansas  & Texas  R.  R. 


io 


CORNER  FINISH. 

Our  Corner  Finish  is  formed  uii  die  same  principle  as  the  new  Plain  Hip- 
Covering,  but  smaller,  and  is  used  up  and  down  the  corners  of  buildings  in  connection 
with  siding. 

GABLE-END  FINISH. 

Gable-End  Finish  is  recommended  in  using  our  Victoria  Shingles  to  make  a 
neat,  stormproof  finish,  but  it  is  not  essential  with  our  Metal  Slates,  which  can  be 
turned  over  berge  board  and  nailed  neatly. 

SIDING. 

Both  the  Metal  Slates  and  Victoria  Shingles  are  suitable  for  siding  all  build- 
ings where  a fireproof,  ornamental,  and  durable  finish  is  required.  The  small  size, 
particularly,  is  especially  adapted  for  siding  gables,  upper  stories,  and  ornamental 
bands  around  buildings,  and  many  other  places  in  which  architects  introduce  shingle 
work. 

PAINTING  AND  PAINT. 

All  our  goods  are  painted  thoroughly  on  both  sides,  using  the  best  quality  iron 
paint  mixed  with  pure  linseed  oil,  etc. 

W e use  only  paint  of  red  color,  but  the  goods  can  be  painted  any  color  desirable 
after  they  are  on  the  roof. 

We  can  supply  paint  in  any  quantity  at  current  market  prices. 


BOXING  AND  SHIPPING. 

As  roofing  is  calculated  by  the  “square,”  which  equals  one  hundred  square  feet 
(measuring  ten  feet  each  way),  we  pack  our  shingles  and  slates  in  boxes  containing 
one  “ square  " each.  . 

The  Ridge-Coping,  Hip-Covering,  Valley,  etc.,  will  be  supplied  in  any  number 
of  lineal  feet  desired. 


NAILS. 

Steel-Wire  Barbed  Nails,  Y&  or  i inch,  are  better  and  cheaper  than  any  others 
We  supply  them  when  ordered.  See  price-list.  1 he  Tinned 
Steel-Wire  Barbed  Nails  cost  a tritie  more,  but  are  worth  the 
difference. 


SHEATHING  PAPER. 

Paper  is  now  generally  used  under  all  kinds  of  roofing  material.  While  it  is  not 
necessary  under  our  goods  to  make  a tight  roof,  yet  it  is  desirable  because  it  will 
keep  the  building  warmer  in  winter  and  cooler  in  summer.  We  can  supply  at  lowest 
prices  any  brand  or  grade  of  paper  in  the  market,  and  will  furnish  quotations  and 
samples  on  application. 

We  also  supply  Tinners’  Snips,  etc.  See  price-list. 

INSTRUCTIONS  FOR  LAYING  METAL  SLATES  AND 
VICTORIA  SHINGLES. 

We  furnish  a separate  circular  giving  full  directions  for  laying  both  our  \ ictoria 
Shingles  and  Metal  Slates,  which  can  be  had  on  application,  and  is  sent  with  all 
goods  shipped. 


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A FEW  BRIEF  EXTRACTS  FROM  MANY  TESTIMONIALS  FROM 
ENTHUSIASTIC  CUSTOMERS. 


“ We  consider  that  persons  wishing  to  cover  good  and  permanent  buildings  will  do  well 
to  use  your  roofing,  etc.,  as  the  best  and  most  suitable  finish  to  an  artistic  structure.” 

“ The  tin  used  is  of  good  quality,  and  it  is  noiseless  and  absolutely  stormproof.” 

“ Our  new  church  is  covered  with  your  roofing  ; as  to  appearance  it  is  universally  con- 
ceded the  prettiest  roof  in  town.” 

“ Have  given  us  the  very  best  satisfaction,  in  cost,  appearance,  and  absence  of  leaks. 
» s *•  I find  your  slates  could  be  put  on  perfectly  by  inexperienced  workmen.” 

“ It  is  especially  desirable  because  of  the  rapidity  with  which  it  can  be  put  on.” 

“ It  is  perfectly  tight ; also,  very  light.” 

“ The  saving  in  this  roofing  over  slate  roofing  for  our  church  is  about  four  hundred 
dollars.” 

“ The  effect  is  beautiful,  while  their  weather-proof  qualities  are  simply  perfect.” 

"The  roof  is  both  attractive  and  cheap  * * * superior  to  stone-slate  or  any  metal 
roofing  we  have  ever  seen.” 

“ I expected  to  have  trouble  in  laying  them  but  did  not,  and  any  person  can  lay  them 
easily.” 

“ It  is  the  best  looking  roof  in  the  city.” 

“Every  one  admires  it,  and  you  will  no  doubt  receive  many  orders  from  our  town. 
Other  goods  from  other  dealers  were  examined,  and  all  united  in  pronouncing  yours  the  best 
in  material,  workmanship,  and  patent  lock.” 


TERMS  AND  CONDITIONS. 


Delivery  - We  will  make  quotations  for  goods  boxed  and  delivered  either  tree 
on  board  cars  or  steamers  in  Philadelphia,  or  at  destination  as  desired. 

Terms  Cash— Unless  otherwise  agreed  upon,  and  payable  in  draft  at  par  in 
Xew  York  or  Philadelphia,  or  by  Post-office  order,  or  currency  may  be  sent  by 
express. 

References — To  avoid  delay,  persons  who  are  not  rated  in  the  Commercial 
Agencies  should  mention  references  when  inquiring  and  ordering. 

Discounts  and  Prices  -Liberal  to  the  trade  and  subject  to  change  without 
notice. 

Boxing— All  our  Stales  and  Shingles  are  packed  in  boxes,  each  containing  (one 
square)  enough  to  cover  ioo  square  feet  when  laid. 

If  IJnpainted  Goods  are  wanted,  the  prices  will  be  25  cents  per  square  less 

for  States  and  Shingles , and  1 cent  per  foot  less  for  Ridge-Coping.  Valley , etc. 

Copper  Goods — All  our  goods  can  be  supplied  in  Copper,  but  prices  will  \ar\ 
with  the  market  price  of  Copper  at  the  time  die  order  is  received. 

Galvanized  Goods — We  can  supply  any  of  our  goods  in  Galvanized  Steel , and 
quotations  will  be  given  on  request. 


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— Price=List - 

C0RTR1GHT  METAL  ROOFING  COMPANY’S  METAL  SLATES, 
VICTORIA  SHINGLES,  AND  ROOFING  SUNDRIES 

Manufactured  Under  the  Company’s  Various  Patents. 


Made  of  I.  C.  Prime  Charcoal  Roofing  Tin. 


Metal  Slates,  Nominal  size,  14  x 20  inches,  per  square, 

“ “ “ " 10  x 14 

“ “ " " 7 x 10  ” “ “ 


Victoria  Shingles,  Nominal  size,  10  x 14  inches,  per  square, 
••  ••  " 7x10 


CORTRIQHT  RIDGE 


Ridge-Coping,  Roll,  . 

“ Plain, 

Hip-Covering,  Roll,  . 

Plain, 


“ “ for  Victo 

Valley,  size,  14  inches,  . 
“ " >4  “ 


Corner  Finish, 
Gable-End  Finish, 
Porch  Flashing,  . 


Shingles, 


COPING,  VALLEY,  ETC. 


I.  X.  ti 

I.  c, 

I.  X 
1.  X 

1.  c 

I.  X 
1.  X 
I.  c 
1.  X 
I.  c 
1.  X 
1.  0 
I.  c 
I.  c 


n,  per  linear  foot, 


Painted 

both 

sides. 

$5.25 

5-5° 

6.50 

$6.75 

8.50 


.12 

.09 

.11 

.11 

.07 

.08 

.12 

.09 


.07 

.07 

.07 


Sheathing  Paper  (according  to  quality),  per  square, 

Steel-Wire  Barbed  Nails,  / and  1 inch,  per  lb.,  . 

Tinners'  Snips,  per  pair 

Best  Mineral  Paint,  per  gallon 


Weight, 
persq., 
bx. , about 

So  lbs. 
83  “ 

90  “ 

85  lbs. 
92  “ 


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CORTRIGHT  METAL  ROOFING 


COMPARED  WITH  SLATE. 


It  affords  better  protection  against  fine  driving 
snow  as  well  as  rain. 

It  is  lighter,  weighing  but  one-eighth  as  much, 
and  requiring  lighter  framing. 

It  does  not  break  or  become  loose  from  any  cause. 

It  is  constructed  with  patented  joints,  which  per- 
mit each  sheet  to  contract  and  expand,  while  still 
remaining  weather-proof. 

It  does  not  need  constant  repair. 

It  can  be  successfully  laid  by  any  mechanic,  and 
does  not  require  an  expert. 


It  can  be  taken  off  and  re-laid  on  another  roof 
without  damage  or  waste. 

It  can  be  transported  to  any  point  without  injury. 

In  the  presen  :e  of  a neighboring  conflagration,  it 
will  not  crack  and  fly  off. 

It  is  just  as  suitable  and  valuable  for  fireproof 
siding  dr  lining  of  warehouses  as  for  roofing. 

It  is  very  ornamental  in  design,  and  can  he  given 
any  desired  appearance  by  the  color  of  the  paint 
used. 


C0A1PARED  WITH  PLAIN  TIN  ROOF. 


It  will  not  buckle,  break  seams,  and  cause  leaks, 
by  contraction  or  expansion,  as  there  are  no 
soldered  joints  to  break,  and  each  sheet  is  provided 
for  contraction  and  expansion  as  stated. 

It  cannot  be  blown  off. 

It  will  not  rattle. 

It  can  be  taken  off  and  re-laid  on  another  roof 
without  damage  or  waste. 


It  requires  no  solder  in  laying. 

It  can  be  properly  laid  by  any  mechanic,  requir- 
ing no  tinner  or  expert. 

It  does  not  need  constant  repair. 

It  can  be  transported  to  any  point  without 
damage. 

It  is  ornamental  in  design.  (But  not  suitable  for 
perfectly  flat  roofs.) 


COMPARED  WITH  WOOD  SHINGLES. 

It  will  not  warp,  crack,  curl  up.  rot,  or  burn.  j It  is  more  durable,  and  will  last  with  proper  care, 
It  is  fireproof;  buildings  covered  with  it  can  be  I as  long  as  the  building  will  last, 
insured  at  a lower  rate,  thus  saving  money  every  It  is  more  ornamental, 

year  in  insurance  as  long  as  the  house  lasts.  It  is  more  easily  laid. 

It  is  considered  lightning-proof,  as  buildiags  It  will  not  neea  constant  repair, 

covered  with  these  plates  were  never  known  to 
have  been  struck  or  injured  by  lightning. 

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Claims  for  Our  System  of  Roofing, 


We  make  no  low-grade  goods,  no  Iron  Shingles,  no  Steel  Shingles  not 
Tinned.  No  goods  from  “Waster”  Tin  Plate.  All  our  goods  are  made  of 
Tinned  Steel.  None  but  prime  material  used.  We  make  goods  from  all  the 
high-grade  Tinned  Steel  Plate,  and  from  Copper  or  Galvanized  Steel.  We  make 
no  effort  to  compete  in  prices  with  makers  of  low-grade  goods,  but  to  those 
who  want  THE  BEST  we  furnish  an  A i article,  both  in  material  used,  care  in 
making,  and  merit  of  goods,  not  obtainable  elsewhere  for  the  money — nor  at 
any  price. 

Cortright  Metal  Roofing  Co. 

Main  Office  and  Factory,  50  North  23d  Street,  Philadelphia,  Pa. 

Western  Office,  134  Van  Buren  St.,  Chicago,  111. 


